In the second century of human flight, commercial passenger transport dominates the aviation industry. Although medical evacuation services exist, they are often commercially driven. Flying4care is a non-profit initiative, offering safe, convenient, and free transport for individuals in underserved communities. This initiative helps children battling cancer reach chemotherapy, the elderly access regular kidney dialysis, and anyone with chronic illnesses travel to their treatment centers. Furthermore, free accommodation is provided for patients (and supporting family members) near clinics and hospitals. Improving the lives of those in need, our role is to provide wings for those requiring medical care, and we invite proactive individuals worldwide to join us. Anyone can help by simply spreading the flying4care word. Our combined efforts surely make a meaningful difference.
Herby Olschewski
Founder & CEO
Our Mission
The goal is to establish aerial transportation networks that serve underserved areas, not attractive to commercial operators. This includes small islands, isolated rural communities, and destinations beyond the tourist trail. The network provides free flights to medical facilities for those in need of regular treatment for chronic illnesses. Additionally, free accommodation is offered for the patients and their supporting family members. When flying for care, we provide the wings to get them there.
Operational Fleet
We use light to medium general aviation aircraft, helicopters, and gyroplanes designed to access small landing surfaces. All our aircraft are twin-engine or equipped with backup power, with proven safety records. They all feature high wings and/or stairways, and most are adapted for wheelchair accessibility. Some are equipped with stretcher beds, though we do not offer emergency medical evacuation services. All are professionally maintained and serviced regularly, sparing no expense.
Professional Pilots
The crew consists of commercially qualified pilots who voluntarily offer their services in exchange for valuable flying time. Each pilot has more than 250 hours of flight experience, but less than the 1200 hours needed to enter the airlines. Fresh from commercial training, they are sharp and proficient. We provide them an opportunity to build their flying careers constructively while helping society. Transporting needy patients instead of flying with empty seats helps justify the carbon footprint.
Strategic Locations
Based out of the United Kingdom, our network extends from the Scottish Outer Hebrides to the Greek Isles, and from Spain to Croatia. Many islands have no air links whatsoever. There are literally thousands of smaller airports, grass strips, and helipads throughout Europe. These are the locations we serve. Reaching treatment destinations can take days, but we reduce this time to mere hours. By providing the wings to get patients there, air travel ensures the fastest route from home to care.
Accommodation
We invest in rehabilitating residential buildings and homes near the clinics and hospitals we fly to, establishing homes away from home while positively contributing to city neighborhoods. These appreciative municipalities, in turn, support us, expanding the circle of mutual upliftment. Not only do we aid in restoring people’s health, but we also assist in facilitating a healthy environment for living. Flying4care provides a complete service from transportation to comfortable accommodation.
Sustainability
General aviation faces a formidable financial challenge: the high costs of aircraft acquisition, maintenance, and operation, particularly the cost of fuel. Aircraft require constant refueling with avgas, diesel, or jet fuel, making it financially unfeasible for commercial operators to serve areas where such services aren’t economically viable. Flying4Care addresses this issue by generating residual revenue through innovative membership programs, affiliate marketing and social media.
The Philosophy
Ubuntu Synergy is a concept that emphasizes the interconnectedness of humanity, reflecting the African philosophy of “ubuntu,” meaning “I am because we are.” This idea underscores the mutual upliftment and support within communities, fostering a collaborative spirit where individuals and groups work together for the common good. In practice, ubuntu synergy manifests in many forms, from local initiatives to global collaborations, enhancing social cohesion and creating a healthier, more inclusive world. Through ubuntu synergy, we know that collective well-being and overall progress are deeply intertwined, inspiring us to build stronger, more supportive communities.
Partners
Flying4Care is a considerable undertaking that can only succeed through the combined efforts of our proactive partners. Suppliers of aircraft, facilities, services, and city councils each contribute valuable resources to this common cause. By working together, we can improve the lives of others while also creating new business opportunities. This collaboration builds mutually beneficial relationships that bear fruit for all involved. We actively seek out new partners to assist in the mission of flying for care.
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